Preparing Your Portfolio

Your portfolio is your opportunity to make a statement and show the admissions team who you are as an artist or designer. We encourage applicants to be mindful about choosing their strongest pieces and demonstrating their range and interests.

Portfolio Requirements

• The portfolio should include 10-15 images or files and can include drawing, painting, sculpture, video, sound, animation, film, photography, graphic design, or any other creative medium.

• Every student’s portfolio must include at least one observational drawing.

• Transfer students must submit work relevant to their intended major.

• Students interested in the Creative Writing program will need to submit writing samples in addition to their visual arts portfolio.

Required

• Online application Portfolio

• Artist statement

• Official Transcripts

Optional

• AP scores

• Letters of recommendation

Early Application Deadline

• Fall: November 15th

• Spring: November 1st

Priority Deadline

• February 1st

Start Your Application

https://go.willamette.edu/apply-pnca

Visit Us

We welcome all prospective students to visit our campus and see what we have to offer in person.

You’ll get to see our labs and studios, chat with current students, and meet with a member of our admissions team to learn more about our programs, application process, financial aid, and more. We also offer portfolio reviews. Tours are offered every weekday in morning and afternoon sessions.

Schedule your visit today at https://go.willamette.edu/pnca-visit.